Motor Grader Operator

Rowlett, Texas; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the City of Rowlett where you will play a crucial role in maintaining essential infrastructure. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in a variety of skilled maintenance work, including operating heavy equipment and performing concrete and asphalt tasks. With a focus on community service, you will contribute to the construction and upkeep of vital city systems. Enjoy the benefits of a 4-day work week and comprehensive insurance plans while being part of a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you are looking for a fulfilling role that impacts the community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

4-day work week

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)

Long-term and short-term disability

Flexible spending account

20-year retirement plan

Vacation – 2 weeks during the first year

Sick leave – 2 weeks per year

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity pay

Qualifications

• 3 years of maintenance experience in construction and repair of streets and drainage.
• Valid driver's license and preferred Texas Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work on City water, wastewater, and drainage systems.
• Operate equipment for construction, repair, and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Concrete forming

Asphalt paving

Heavy equipment operation

General maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Concrete finishing tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Hiring Rate: $21.61 - $24.31 hourly
Full Pay Range: $21.61 - $32.41 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:00pm
3-day weekends Friday - Sunday

Benefits at the City of Rowlett Include:

• 4-day work week
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• 20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
• 5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
• Vacation – 2 weeks during the first year, 3 weeks after the first year
• Sick leave – 2 weeks per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity pay

Position Overview:

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work. Operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water, wastewater, streets, and the City's drainage system. Pours, spreads, and levels concrete; sets forms, ties steel, wrecks form, backfills, lays sod, uses various finishing tools, etc. Work is performed with moderate supervision. This position works on Capital Improvement Projects funded with bond proceeds.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from High School or GED and three (3) years of general maintenance experience relating to construction, maintenance, and repair of streets and drainage, as well as at least one year of experience in a skilled labor field such as asphalt paving, concrete forming, setup, and finishing. Valid driver's license required. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement is preferred or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of employment. Ability to maintain city driving standards in accordance with the driver standards established by the City of Rowlett.

Must reside within a 1-hour response time from the Public Works Building; employee will have six (6) months from employment date in which to relocate. May be required to be on-call and work nights, evenings, and weekends.